Succeeding in Your First Year and Beyond

The first-year as a college student is both new and exciting! Making the transition
from high school to college, however, can be a challenging experience. Your success
is our priority, and we are dedicated to making your stay here—from your first semester
until you graduate—a successful and rewarding experience. Use the advice and resources
in this section to get the most out of your first year experience at MTSU!

Neat Stuff for Students

Being in college is about more than just sitting in classes and earning a degree.
It is, also, about being involved and taking advantage of other types of learning
experiences. Research shows that being involved and feeling connected have a positive
impact on both student satisfaction and retention. As a new student, it is important
to utilize strategies and methods to achieve success. Here you will find neat ways
to get connected and strategies for achieving student success.

Academic Support

As a student, you may find that you can use some extra help to successfully complete
assignments, choose a major, plan academic work, develop study skills, learn how to
take notes, or the best way to study for an exam. We offer several resources and services
to help you along the way to completing your degree.

Health and Well-Being

As a college student, there is no getting around it! You must take charge of your
physical and mental health. With the excitement and fun experiences of college, there
can, also, be stressful times. Stress can have an impact on your health. You should
create a healthy balance and protect both your physical and mental health. Motivate
yourself to keep a balance and stay on track as you pursue your academic goals. The
resources here can help.

Did you Know?

Middle Tennessee State University, in its educational programs and activities involving students and employees, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age (as applicable), status as a covered veteran or genetic information. For more information see Middle Tennessee State University. | Nondiscrimination Policy